Stanford’s Rodgers Wins Ben Hogan Award
Stanford’s Patrick Rodgers and Cameron Wilson have been named finalists for the Ben Hogan Award. No Cardinal has ever won the award, created in 1990.
Alameda’s Popular Chuck Corica Golf Complex Getting Facelifts
Chuck Corica Golf Complex in Alameda, which hosts up to 150,000 rounds per year, is set to take on some new looks, including the Mif Albright par-3 executive course. The Jack Clark South Course will be redone by Rees Jones.
Urban Putt: A San Francisco Take on the 19th Hole
Opening today in San Francisco’s Mission District is Urban Putt, a creatively crafted 14-hole miniature golf course, complete with a restaurant and two bars.
Golf and Rugby? It’s Called GolfCross
New Zealand has created a beginner-friendly game by making a rugby-shaped golf ball that is hit through uprights.
Annual Alameda Commuters Championship Tees Off This Weekend
We take a look at the fascinating history of a tournament that began in 1928, with the winner taking home a keg of nails, and the last-place finisher a sack of manure.
Northern California Ought to be a Regular LPGA Tour Stop
By all accounts, this year’s Swing Skirts Classic has been a great success in a region rich with professional golf. But it’s future in the Bay Area and at Lake Merced is still in question.
Fresh Off Win, Michelle Wie Heads to Bay Area for Swinging Skirts
Stanford graduate Michelle Wie wins in Hawaii, brings some added buzz to this week’s Swinging Skirts LPGA Classic at Lake Merced GC. The 24-year-old first played on the LPGA Tour at the age of 12.
Roger Maltbie, Cory McElyea and Kay Cockerill Host Junior Clinic In Santa Cruz
Former Tour pros Roger Maltbie and Kay Cockerill, as well as Cal State Am champ Cory McElyea, stopped by DeLaveaga GC in Santa Cruz to support a junior golf fundraiser.
Cal’s Hagy, Stanford’s Wilson Named to U.S. Palmer Cup Squad
Cal’s Brandon Hagy and Stanford’s Cameron Wilson will play for Team USA in June’s Palmer Cup at Walton Heath Golf Club outside of London. Wilson is leading a streaking Stanford team.
Innovative MTT (Make The Turn) Instruction Program Coming to Poppy Hills
Award-winning instructor Jeff Ritter’s MTT (Make The Turn) is coming to Poppy Hills starting May 7. He will work out of the renovated practice facility.